Parsun TE18BM User manual

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OUTBOARD MOTOR
OWNER’S MANUAL
TE18BM
TE15BM
TE9.9BM
SUZHOU PARSUN POWER MACHINE CO., LTD.

Thank you for owning a PARSUN outboard motor.
Thank you for your trust in our company and products.
“PARSUN” outboard motors are powerful, economic and safe with advanced
technology and processing technique.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your outboard motor. Athorough
understanding of the manual will help you to know this product for proper operation,
maintenance and care. This will ensure that your outboard motor is operated well under
various conditions.
“PARSUN” seeks continuous improvement in product quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between your machine and this manual. If there is any
question concerning the manual, please consult your local PARSUN dealer.
Data, illustrations or explanations in this Owner’s Manual do not constitute base for
any legal claim against our company.
SUZHOU PARSUN POWER MACHINE CO., LTD

Engine Identification Numbers
Outboard motor serial number
The outboard motor serial number is marked on the label. The label can be found on the bracket left
assembly or on the upper part of the bracket swivel.
Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from
your PARSUN dealer, or for reference in case your outboard motor is stolen.
1. Outboard motor serial number location
Serial number as follows:
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Engine serial number
The engine serial number is carved on the aluminum casting of engine.
Serial number as follows:

Table of contents
1. Main components and General information····································· 1
1.1 Main components··························································· 1
1.2 General information·························································· 3
1.2.1 Specification······························································ 3
1.2.2 Fueling instructions······················································· 4
1.2.3 Propeller selection························································ 5
2. Operation···································································· 7
2.1 Installation·································································· 7
2.1.1 Mounting height··························································· 8
2.1.2 Clamping the outboard motor·············································· 9
2.2 Breaking in engine························································· 10
2.3 Pre-operation checks······················································· 12
2.4 Filling fuel································································· 13
2.5 Starting engine···························································· 14
2.6 Warming up engine························································ 17
2.7 Shifting···································································· 18
2.7.1 Forward································································· 18
2.7.2 Reverse································································· 19
2.8 Tiller······································································ 20
2.9 Stopping engine··························································· 21
2.10 Trimming outboard motor·················································· 22
2.11 Tilting up and down······················································· 24
2.11.1 Tilting up······························································· 24
2.11.2 Tilting down····························································· 26
2.12 Cruising in other conditions················································ 27
2.12.1 Cruising in shallow water················································ 27
2.12.2 Cruising in salt water···················································· 28

3. Maintenance································································ 29
3.1 Greasing·································································· 30
3.2 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug·········································· 30
3.3 Checking fuel system······················································ 31
3.3.1 Cleaning the fuel filter···················································· 32
3.4 Inspecting idling speed····················································· 33
3.5 Checking wiring and connectors············································· 34
3.6 Checking for leakage······················································· 34
3.7 Checking propeller························································· 34
3.7.1 Removing the propeller··················································· 36
3.7.2 Installing the propeller···················································· 36
3.8 Changing gear oil ························································· 37
3.9 Cleaning fuel tank ························································ 38
3.10 Checking and replacing anode(s) ········································· 39
3.11 Checking top cowling····················································· 40
3.12 Maintenance table······················································· 41
4. Transporting and storing outboard motor····································· 43
4.1 Transporting······························································ 43
4.2 Storing··································································· 44
5. Action in emergency ······················································ 47
5.1 Impact damage··························································· 47
5.2 Starter will not operate···················································· 47
5.3 Treatment of submerged motor············································ 50
6. Troubleshooting···························································· 51
7. Circuit diagram···························································· 55

1. Main components and General information
1.1 Main components
1. Throttle grip 8. Manual starter handle 14. Fuel tank
2. Tiller handle 9. choke knob
3. Cooling water inlet 10. Engine stop button/
4. Top cowling lock handle Engine stop lanyard switch
5. Anti-cavitation plate 11. Trim rod
6. Propeller 12. Clamp screw
7. Top cowling 13. Fuel joint
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If your model includes a portable fuel tank, its parts are as follows:
1. Fuel tank cap 3. Air vent screw
2. Fuel joint 4. Fuel gauge
WARNING
The fuel tank supplied with this engine could only be used as supply of fuel for its running and
must not be as a fuel storage container.
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1.2 General information
1.2.1 Specifications
Parameter
Items
Data
Items
Data
Type of engine 2-stroke L Weight (L) 40Kg
Displacement 246cm
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Transom (S) 441mm
Bore X stroke 56mm×50mm Transom (L) 568mm
Gear ratio 2.08（27/13）Recommended fuel Unleaded regular gasoline
Overall length 878mm Recommended engine oil 2-stroke engine oil
Overall width 363mm Recommended gear oil Hypoid gear oil SAE#90
Overall height (S) 1062mm Gear oil quantity 250 cm
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Overall height (L) 1189mm Spark plug BR7HS-10
Weight (S) 38Kg Spark plug gap 0.9～1.0mm
Performance
Items
Data
Items
Data
Maximum output
18HP 13.2Kw/5000Rpm Idling speed (in neutral) 1050±50Rpm
15HP 11Kw/5000Rpm Tightening torque
for engine Spark plug 25.0Nm
9.9HP
7.3Kw/5000Rpm
Propeller nut
17.0Nm
Full throttle
operating range
4500～5500Rpm
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1.2.2 Fueling instructions
Fueling instructions:
Recommended gasoline:
Regular unleaded gasoline,
If it is not available,
then premium gasoline.
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. If leaded
gasoline is usually used, engine valves and related parts should be inspected after every 100 hours of
operation.
WARNING:
Do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition.
Stop engine before refueling.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel portable fuel tanks off the boat.
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Take care not to spill gasoline, if gasoline spills, wipe it up immediately.
Tighten the filler cap securely after refueling.
If you should swallow some gasoline, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get gasoline in your eye,
get immediate medical attentions.
If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immediately wash with soap and water. Change clothing if
gasoline spills on it.
Touch the fuel nozzle to metal components to prevent electrostatic sparks.
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